| About the Book | |||
Sixty million in the US suffer from pain. This book discusses real people and the real problems and strains that chronic pain brings to into relationships. It also addresses such topics as sleep problems, the problems with the medical and insuranceMoreSixty million in the US suffer from pain. This book discusses real people and the real problems and strains that chronic pain brings to into relationships. It also addresses such topics as sleep problems, the problems with the medical and insurance systems that often do not work as they ought to, their feelings of hoplessness, the importance of getting good mental health care in situations of chronic pain, the nature of the doctor-patient relationships, and so on. Sections also address the culture and science of pain and its treatment. The last chapter offers constructive suggestions on ways to lessen the burden of being or with a person in chronic pain. | |||
